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S$341 Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Colombo

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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Colombo (MEL-CMB)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at S$341 for one-way flights and S$653 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Jetstar
Thu, 15 Oct - Thu, 22 Oct
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
S$653 Return, found 16 hours ago
S$653
Return
found 16 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Thu, 15 Oct from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Thu, 22 Oct, priced at S$653 found 16 hours ago
Jetstar
Thu, 15 Oct - Thu, 22 Oct
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
S$730 Return, found 16 hours ago
S$730
Return
found 16 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Thu, 15 Oct from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Thu, 22 Oct, priced at S$730 found 16 hours ago
China Eastern Airlines
Tue, 26 Jan - Sat, 13 Feb
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
S$881 Return, found 3 days ago
S$881
Return
found 3 days ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Tue, 26 Jan from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Sat, 13 Feb, priced at S$881 found 3 days ago
Singapore Airlines
Mon, 25 Jan - Sun, 28 Feb
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
S$921 Return, found 4 days ago
S$921
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Mon, 25 Jan from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Sun, 28 Feb, priced at S$921 found 4 days ago
Singapore Airlines
Tue, 11 May - Wed, 9 Jun
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
S$926 Return, found 4 days ago
S$926
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Tue, 11 May from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Wed, 9 Jun, priced at S$926 found 4 days ago
AirAsia X
Thu, 15 Oct - Thu, 22 Oct
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
S$929 Return, found 16 hours ago
S$929
Return
found 16 hours ago
Select AirAsia X flight, departing Thu, 15 Oct from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Thu, 22 Oct, priced at S$929 found 16 hours ago
Cathay Pacific
Tue, 26 Jan - Mon, 15 Feb
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
S$980 Return, found 3 days ago
S$980
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Tue, 26 Jan from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Mon, 15 Feb, priced at S$980 found 3 days ago
Malaysia Airlines
Wed, 7 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
S$1,088 Return, found 3 days ago
S$1,088
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Wed, 7 Oct from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Sun, 25 Oct, priced at S$1,088 found 3 days ago
Thai Airways International
Thu, 15 Oct - Thu, 22 Oct
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
S$1,229 Return, found 16 hours ago
S$1,229
Return
found 16 hours ago
Select Thai Airways International flight, departing Thu, 15 Oct from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Thu, 22 Oct, priced at S$1,229 found 16 hours ago
Qantas Airways
Tue, 15 Sept - Tue, 22 Sept
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
S$1,237 Return, found 9 hours ago
S$1,237
Return
found 9 hours ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Tue, 15 Sept from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Tue, 22 Sept, priced at S$1,237 found 9 hours ago

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to CMB?
Within the past 7 days on Expedia, for flights departing within the next year, the lowest price advertised for a round-trip journey between Tullamarine Airport (MEL) and Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) was S$653. Cheap tickets don't last long, so make sure you book yours ASAP. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from MEL to Colombo International Airport?
The majority of flights can be cancelled online, but whether or not you are charged a fee differs between airlines. If you do need to cancel your trip, follow the instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from MEL to CMB that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Tullamarine Airport to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Tullamarine Airport to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB)?
The distance is around 8,400 kilometres, so pack your carry-on bag with all the items you need to make the long journey comfortable. Not sure what to take on board your Melbourne to Seeduwa - Katunayake flight? A sleep mask, earplugs and a neck pillow are a few essentials.
Which airlines fly direct from Tullamarine Airport to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB)?
SriLankan Airlines (UL) will take you from Tullamarine Airport to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) comfortably and safely. You can choose from 30 direct flights every month along this route.
Are Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Colombo International Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Late planners can sometimes score a bargain, with some of the cheapest airfares from MEL to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) popping up a few weeks before the date of departure. If you'd rather book ahead, Expedia compares and updates the best flight deals frequently — as early as 12 months in advance in some cases. It does depend on the carrier though, as not all airlines quote prices so far in advance.

Travel information

Origin airport
Tullamarine
Destination airport
Bandaranaike Intl.
Return price
S$652
Distance
8308 km
Average flight time
11 hours 45 mins

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